Bam is a UK brand started in June 2006 by founder David Gordon. The clothing is completely made from bamboo fibre and is 100% biodegradable. As a company they are ethical, responsible, fair and environmentally friendly.
When I first found out I was going to review the baselayer, I had not heard of the company before. This, I think, is quite common. Bam seems to be a company for people in the know. Even on their website they state, “Our business is growing almost exclusively from word of mouth, as people who try it are impressed enough to tell their friends, etc.”
After I found out a little about the company, and clothing, I was very impressed. I love the idea of environmentally friendly organic clothing. This is the type of product we at Sea to Sky Lifestyle get very excited about.
So it ticks the organic, green, good-for-the-earth type boxes. But how did it do in the comfort department? Well… fantastic! I primarily use the zip neck baselayer while snowboarding. It has now become part of my kit. It’s tight without being restrictive, and the way the fibres are woven together allows for brilliant flexibility. I really enjoy not having to wear too many layers under my jacket. I find lot of layers make me feel a little bit like the Marshmallow Man, and the Bam baselayer allows me to leave the hoodies and T-shirts at home.
Bam boast that their clothing is great for just about any sport. The clothing features include staying dry, thermo-control, antibacterial, anti-static, anti-fungal, UV protection, and being good for sensitive or allergy-prone skin. The fibres absorb and evaporate sweat and stay highly breathable. Because of the antibacterial feature of the fabric, bacteria doesn’t live well in the fibres so the clothing doesn’t get smelly — even after a couple of days wearing it. This makes it good for your skin and your nostrils.
As a company goes, and products go, Bam is great. If I can convince people to spend that little extra on this sports clothing I will. It is definitely worth it. I know you can go to Sport Direct and pay maybe £10.00 to £25.00 for one of their polyester baselayers, but by paying £45.00 for this Zip Neck Baselayer, you are a getting much superior product in every way possible.
